Can you remember the last time you sat down and hand-wrote a letter? I know I can't! But, I do write something everyday. What makes writing for me more interesting? (especially if I am forced to have to write out checks) I do it in style with my own beaded pen!

These have been a long time coming but they are finally here. These handmade beaded pens are beautiful writing instruments that make the task of writing just a little more elegant.

This collection currently has three new beaded pens available and for a limited time, at a great introductory price (pssst! Introductory price savings end October 1, 2012). Whether you have to write a thank you, a letter to your friend, or even to simply sign your name, do it in style!

Each beaded pen has a retractable pen tip with a slight twist of the pen base and arrives in a velveteen pouch. Total length: 6".

More pen styles will be offered in the future and each pen is one of a kind. Which makes them the perfect unique gift!

With a nod to autumn this stunning handmade beaded pen features a handcrafted artisan Lampwork glass bead that has a beautiful purple base with a rich topaz flower. Lampwork beads are accented with gold metal spacers in between Lampwork beads with silver bali style spacers on either end of the purple pen.

Summer isn't over just yet. In fact, it doesn't officially end until September 22nd.

The sun is still shining. The weather is still warm. We're still wearing our bright colored summer clothes. And we're still dreaming of summer vacations taken this year.

With the new school year beginning soon (and for some it's already begun), you're probably busy running around getting all the necessary school supplies, new clothes and bus schedules for your child(ren).

For me, this is already done. We didn't jump into getting new clothes as we think our child will hit a growth spurt this year and didn't want to buy clothes that might not fit in a few months. So, she can survive on her current wardrobe. But, all other school supplies are checked off the list. We're ready for the school bus.

But, with the new school year starting, I'm kinda sad to see summer coming to an end. So, I'm still summer shopping...for myself. Although I tend not to get the seasons trendy clothes, I do add that color pop or seasonal accessory compliment to my wardrobe with, none other than Crystal Allure Jewelry. By simply adding a bracelet, necklace or earrings, I instantly update my look at an affordable cost.

In flavors reminiscent of summer picnics, these one of a kind beaded gemstone earrings feature a faceted dyed jade gemstone accented with Swarovski Crystals, sterling silver twisted rings on sterling silver french hook ear wires. Each measure 1" from the bottom of the ear wire.